Assistant/Associate Professor of Secondary Education, Generalist

Title: Assistant/Associate Professor of Secondary Education, Generalist
Division Name: Academic Affairs
College/Unit: College of Education
Department: School of Teaching and Learning
Campus Location: Normal, IL

Job SummaryThe School of Teaching and Learning invites applications for one tenure-track position beginning August 16, 2025. We are seeking qualified candidates for a Secondary Education Generalist position with expertise in educational assessment. Content area expertise is open.

The School of Teaching and Learning and College of Education are committed to increasing the diversity of the campus community. ISU recognizes that a diverse faculty, staff, and student body enriches the educational experiences of the entire campus and greater community. Candidates who have experience working with a diverse range of faculty, staff, and students, and who can contribute to the climate of inclusivity are especially welcomed to apply. ISU is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive academic environment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.

The Secondary Education Program is particularly interested in applicants who have expertise in assessment of student learning and one or more of the following: secondary classroom teaching practices, teacher professional development, education policy, or psychometrics.

Responsibilities include scholarly research/publishing, effective undergraduate and graduate teaching, and service. The individual in this position is expected to teach 3 courses each semester in the School of Teaching and Learning. The Secondary Generalist teaches an introduction to the teaching profession course and a general methods and assessment course with an embedded clinical at Illinois State University Laboratory Schools. While undergraduate courses are the focus of this position, there may be opportunities to teach graduate level courses.

The position is a nine-month, tenure track appointment with the possibility of summer teaching. Salary and rank are commensurate with qualifications and experience. The locus of annual evaluation, tenure, and promotion in rank will be in School of Teaching and Learning. A comprehensive benefits package is included.

Additional InformationIllinois State University, IllinoisState.edu , was founded in 1857 as Illinois’ first public university. We enroll approximately 21,000 students in six colleges. Our new strategic plan, Excellence by Design: 2024-2029, lists our seven core values: Excellence in Teaching, Learning, and Scholarship; Individualized Attention; Equity, Diversity, Access, and Belonging; Collaboration; Community and Civic Engagement; Respect; and Integrity. By acting on these values, we create a learning environment that results in our university being the first-choice public university in Illinois for high-achieving, motivated students who seek an individualized educational experience combined with the resources of a large university. Learn more about Illinois State’s Metrics of Excellence at IllinoisState.edu/PointsofPride .

Bloomington-Normal: Illinois State University is located in the growing twin cities of Bloomington and Normal, with a metro population of approximately 172,000. The community is also home to Illinois Wesleyan University, Heartland Community College, St. Joseph Medical Center, Carle BroMenn Medical Center, COUNTRY Financial, State Farm Insurance’s International Headquarters, Central Illinois Regional Airport, and electric truck manufacturer Rivian Motors. The community has distinguished itself for its outstanding school systems, and its citizens’ high level of educational attainment, as well as its parks and recreation, health care, vibrant fine arts scene, job growth, economic opportunity, historic sites, and low crime rates. Bloomington made Livability’s top 100 Best Places to Live (2024) and ranked No. 3 on College Values Online’s list of Best Small College Towns in America (2024). Bloomington-Normal is conveniently located about three hours from Indianapolis; two hours from both Chicago and St. Louis; and an hour from Peoria, Champaign-Urbana, Decatur, and Springfield. Many of these locations are accessible from Bloomington-Normal via Amtrak, which is located one block from Illinois State’s campus. For more information on our community, visit visitbn.org .

Salary Rate / Pay RateCommensurate with experience and qualifications

Required Qualifications1) Terminal degree or ABD in Curriculum and Instruction, Teacher Education, or a closely related field with a completion date prior to August 16, 2025.
2) Minimum of three academic years of classroom teaching experience in secondary settings (9th-12th grade).
3) Interest in or achievement of scholarly research and publication in educational assessment.
4) Ability to teach undergraduate secondary courses and graduate courses in the School of Teaching and Learning.
5) State law mandates demonstrable oral proficiency in the English language as a requirement for this position.

Work HoursVaries

Proposed Starting Date8/16/2025

Required Applicant Documents1) Letter of application
2) Curriculum Vita
3) Teaching philosophy, 2-3 pages
4) Research agenda, 2-3 pages
5) The names and contact details of 3 references

Please Note: These documents are required to be submitted online in order to complete the application process. Please have these documents ready prior to clicking on “Apply”

Special Instructions for ApplicantsReview of applications begins October 14, 2024.

Contact Information for ApplicantsFrancess Harris
Assistant to the Director, School of Teaching & Learning
Email: fharris@illinoisstate.edu

Important Information for ApplicantsThis position is subject to a criminal background investigation and if applicable, an employment history review, based on University Policy 3.1.30 and any offer of employment is contingent upon you passing a satisfactory criminal background investigation and/or an employment history review. You may not begin work until the criminal background investigation results have been received and cleared by Human Resources.

Illinois State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or other state or federal law you may request an accommodation by contacting the Office of Equal Opportunity and Access at (309) 438-3383. The Office of Equal Opportunity and Access will hold any confidential information you provide in confidence.

If you are having difficulty accessing the system, please call Human Resources at (309) 438-8311.

Illinois State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer encouraging applications from individuals with disabilities, minorities, females, and veterans.